Chancellor Hinshaw shares message on safety reminders

As we take a moment to appreciate our many blessings at this time of year, there are also serious issues to contemplate, including the two recently reported assaults of students on our campus. On a national level, Penn State and the tragic situation there surely remind us of important responsibilities that we must all meet.

UH Mânoa has policies and procedures in place to encourage people to come forward with any information regarding sexual misconduct and criminal behavior. We will immediately assist any alleged victim and act to restrict access to campus by alleged perpetrators, if they are known.

Along with the UH Mânoa Sex Assault Task Force and the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Students, I respect the concerns you may well have about the recently reported assaults on our campus. Please be assured that UH Mânoa, Campus Security and the Honolulu Police Department are actively working with the involved parties in these cases.

UH Mânoa does NOT tolerate any form of sexual misconduct or interpersonal violence. If you or anyone you know needs help in this regard, please contact Campus Security (956-6911) or the Honolulu Police (911). You also have the ability to make an anonymous report at http://hawaii.edu/security/contactus.html (click on "Send Us an Anonymous Tip").

We encourage everyone to utilize the services and support available on campus and in the community:

Campus Security: 956-6911 or 956-8211

Counseling Center: 956-7927

Women's Center: 956-8059

University Health Services: 956-8965

Gender Equity: 956-9499

Sex Abuse Treatment Center: 524-7273

Domestic Violence Action Center: 531-3771

Every member of our campus community has the right to a safe learning and working environment. No one should be violated or abused. If you are in need of support or assistance, please remember that you are not alone and we are here to assist you.